Italy
Warnings and insurance
This travel advice also covers Vatican City.
Death of Pope Francis
Following the death of Pope Francis on 21 April, large crowds are expected in Rome and the Vatican City over the coming days. Please follow the advice of local authorities.
Jubilee 2025 - Holy Year
The Jubilee, known as the Holy Year, will take place in Rome from 24 December 2024 to 6 January 2026.
The city is expected to be very busy, particularly when the bigger events take place including the Opening of the Holy Door of Saint Peter鈥檚 Basilica on 24 December 2024.
If you are planning to travel to Rome during this time, see our Jubilee 2025 - Holy Year information in聽Safety and security.
Before you travel
No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to:聽
- 蝉别别听general advice for women travellers
- read our guide on disability and travel abroad
- 蝉别别听general advice for LGBT+ travellers
- read about聽safety for solo and independent travel
- see advice on volunteering and adventure travel abroad
Travel insurance
If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.
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